Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 31, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you interact with the site. This policy explains how CHESS.PGN uses cookies and similar technologies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly. They enable core features such as user authentication, session management, and security. The Platform cannot operate correctly without these cookies.
- Authentication cookies: Keep you logged in across sessions.
- Security cookies: Help detect and prevent fraudulent activity.
- Session cookies: Maintain your session state as you navigate the Platform.
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a personalized experience.
- Theme preference: Remember your dark/light mode setting.
- Language preference: Remember your language settings.
- Display preferences: Remember your board and UI preferences.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform by collecting anonymous, aggregated data. This information helps us improve our services and user experience.
- Usage analytics: Track which features are most popular and how users navigate the Platform.
- Performance monitoring: Identify and resolve technical issues.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Platform are set by third-party services we use, such as:
- Google Maps: Used on tournament pages to display venue locations.
- Hosting providers: May set cookies for load balancing and infrastructure purposes.
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information about their cookie practices.
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use browser local storage to save certain preferences and data on your device. This includes authentication tokens, cached course data, and user interface settings. Local storage data remains on your device until you clear it through your browser settings.
5. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete existing cookies.
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies.
- Set preferences for specific websites.
Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Platform, including logging in and accessing your account. To learn more about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@chess-pgn.com